Susan Carole Panther Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Susan Carole Panther of Abingdon, Virginia, who passed away on October 22, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Susan Carole Panther to show support.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Susan is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that her light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of her loved ones. And as her memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Susan's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, James Augustus Eckenrode and Lottie Mae Eckenrode (Doty); her husband William Blanton; and her sisters, Diana Turner of Senoia and Miriam Eckenrode of Highland. She was also cherished by three nieces and two nephews, five grand nephews, three grand nieces, three adult stepchildren, three step-grandchildren and three step-great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, send contributions to The Southern Poverty Law Center.
